Compensation Catches Up With The Cost Of Living
September 18, 2023
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Inflation is cooling, and American wages have finally caught up, bringing much-needed relief to American budgets.
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Credit Card Spending Rebounds. Penetration Holds Steady.
September 11, 2023
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Credit union members are more willing to pull out their plastic post-pandemic, but the industry can still gain ground with wallet share.
Summer Closes With Economic Optimism
September 8, 2023
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Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
Housing Shortages Are Plaguing Buyers And Driving Up Prices
August 29, 2023
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Home prices reached record highs last year. They have since come down slightly but are still well above pre-pandemic rates. Here’s how things look state by state.
Ready Or Not, The Age Of AI Is Here
August 28, 2023
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Patelco Credit Union’s chief technology officer looks beyond banking to envisage a future with artificial intelligence.
Get Ready For The Student Loan Payments Pinch
August 28, 2023
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Federal student loan payments resume in October, increasing the monthly debt load by hundreds of dollars for many borrowers.
3 Ways To Make The Most Of Player Sponsorships
August 28, 2023
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The return of college sports means credit unions have the opportunity to forge new marketing partnerships and build brand awareness through name, image, and likeness sponsorships.
The Efficiency Ratio Takes A Surprising Turn
August 21, 2023
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Inflation has eased during the past year, but the efficiency ratio is heating up.
Mark Burgess On Leadership
August 21, 2023
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Observational and listening skills honed through bird watching have helped the CEO of Credit Union 1 connect with people as well.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2023
August 14, 2023
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With liquidity still a top concern, credit unions are shifting their focus to find more ways to draw in additional sources of funding.
Compensation Catches Up With The Cost Of Living
Inflation is cooling, and American wages have finally caught up, bringing much-needed relief to American budgets.
Credit Card Spending Rebounds. Penetration Holds Steady.
Credit union members are more willing to pull out their plastic post-pandemic, but the industry can still gain ground with wallet share.
Housing Shortages Are Plaguing Buyers And Driving Up Prices
Home prices reached record highs last year. They have since come down slightly but are still well above pre-pandemic rates. Here’s how things look state ...
Ready Or Not, The Age Of AI Is Here
Patelco Credit Union’s chief technology officer looks beyond banking to envisage a future with artificial intelligence.
Get Ready For The Student Loan Payments Pinch
Federal student loan payments resume in October, increasing the monthly debt load by hundreds of dollars for many borrowers.
3 Ways To Make The Most Of Player Sponsorships
The return of college sports means credit unions have the opportunity to forge new marketing partnerships and build brand awareness through name, image, and likeness ...
The Efficiency Ratio Takes A Surprising Turn
Inflation has eased during the past year, but the efficiency ratio is heating up.
Mark Burgess On Leadership
Observational and listening skills honed through bird watching have helped the CEO of Credit Union 1 connect with people as well.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2023
With liquidity still a top concern, credit unions are shifting their focus to find more ways to draw in additional sources of funding.
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5 Takeaways From First Quarter Credit Union Performance Data
William Hunt
Inflation, war, and uncertain futures have reshaped members’ needs in 2026. What does credit union performance data from the first quarter of 2026 say about household budgets, inflation pressures, and more?
New Highs For Equity Markets Despite Iran And Oil Prices
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
New Graduates Face A Cautious Job-Hiring Landscape
Tony Waltrich
Today’s job market is shaped by skills based expectations, with employers slowing entry level hiring and placing greater emphasis on applied experience.
A Credit Union Journey Into Cryptocurrency And Stablecoins
Savana Morie
St. Cloud Financial is betting on digital assets to protect member relationships and future relevance. It’s picked up lessons for other leaders along the way.
Balancing Growth And Risk In Uncertain Lending Environments
Callahan & Associates
Traditional risk tools alone aren’t enough. Portfolio protection must evolve to meet members within the lending experience itself.
The Line Between Growth And Impact Was Blurry. Wright-Patt Decided To Redraw It.
Savana Morie
The Ohio cooperative is refining the role of its foundation to clarify what belongs within the credit union and what belongs under its charitable arm, strengthening focus and long term strategy for both.
Smarter Scheduling Delivers Faster Service And Lower Costs For 4Front Credit Union
Callahan & Associates
The credit union migrated its on-premises contact center and implemented workforce management software to maximize efficiency, minimize costs, and provide a better member experience.
The 84-Month Trap: How Negative Equity Is Quietly Undermining Your Auto Portfolio
Callahan & Associates
A new approach to vehicle affordability for credit unions.
2 Tactics To Increase Young Member Engagement
Aaron Passman
Youth banking programs, in-school branches, and a warm handoff to adulthood builds habits and relationships that last well beyond graduation.
Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
Callahan & Associates
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
Summer Closes With Economic Optimism